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The sacristan performs the unseen tasks that make the liturgical celebration a joyful prayer of thanksgiving and praise. Vessels are cleaned and placed in their respective places. Cloths are placed on the altar and credence table. Linens and vestments are dry cleaned or washed and made ready. Wax is removed from all places where it has spilled. These and other tasks are performed by those volunteering as sacristan. Sacristans also make sure the sanctuary lamp is kept burning, that the books used by the ministers during the liturgy are in their proper places, and that votive candles in the prayer niches are in place and replenished, as needed.
There is a sacristan assigned to each of the weekend and holyday masses to assure all is ready for the celebration of the Eucharist. God sees all the sacristan does and will reward him/her who offers their unseen service to the honor and glory of God.
Training is provided to all who serve as sacristans.
Contact the parish office for more information on how to volunteer for this ministry.